Sarah & andrew & Andrew

Caring, Trustworthy, Reliable & Mature Couple who love animals.

About Sarah & andrew & Andrew

We are a reliable and responsible couple, who love the outdoors and animals. Andrew and I have been happily married for 30 years. Andrew is an aerospace engineer and I am a psychologist specialising in chronic pain. We have 2 grown up children, Sam, a pilot and Lucy, a teacher.

Sometimes it will be only me housesitting as I have more flexibili...

We are a reliable and responsible couple, who love the outdoors and animals. Andrew and I have been happily married for 30 years. Andrew is an aerospace engineer and I am a psychologist specialising in chronic pain. We have 2 grown up children, Sam, a pilot and Lucy, a teacher.

Sometimes it will be only me housesitting as I have more flexibility and can write up reports anywhere in the world.

After 20 years in the NHS, I'm now self employed as an expert witness so planning to have more time to travel. We both love walking and exploring new places. We have always loved animals and would love to care for your pets and home, as our own.

We have been home owners for over 30 years and will make sure your home is left spotless and your animals taken care of in every way.

We are good communicators and will keep in touch at every step of the way. We have looked after friend's cats and dogs (some for years as their owners took numerous gaps years) and know the responsibility of looking after other people's precious pets.

Why we want to house sit

Im in my 50s and realise time is running out and I want see more of the world while I can, and that includes the lovely UK! I have to admit to working too much over the last 30 years and now realise I need to factor in some time out!

We don't have a dog at the moment due to my irregular work commitments so the next best thing would be to explore new places with the possibility of a furry friend. I love the idea of getting to know a new area, with a home from home, with the company of a furry friend.

Our experience

We have renovated a large farmhouse in Gloucestershire and know how to manage a home. We have also just completed a self build (barn conversion) in our paddock which is to be sold as part of our pension pot.

We had a beloved border collie, Ben, for many years, as well as many rescue cats over the years. We currently have Moses who is a rescue cat, who is looked after by our daughter when we are away. We also kept chickens for three years. I look after a friend's working cocker (Layla) and border terrier (Alfie) for extended holidays.

As a psychologist I realise the value of volunteering and so I work as a volunteer youth hostel manager for 1-2 weeks per year. As a result I have Health & Safety (level 2), manual handling, fire, and cleaning training. As a hostel manager, I am responsible for the care and safety of those who stay, as well as the laundry and loo cleaning. Not the most glamorous of jobs but I love helping to keep the smallest of hostels going and encouraging people to enjoy the outdoors.

I have recently trained/qualified as a walking leader with Ramblers Worldwide Holidays, so the chance to navigate and explore a new area is always enjoyed. I also do peak season School's Ski Repping, accompanying school's on their annual trip to Italy and Austria in half term.

I am DRB checked due to being a psychologist, walking leader, YHA manager and ski rep.

Reviews (3)

Jacky - Chippenham, United Kingdom

08 December - 10 December 2017

Sarah & Andrew looked after Ziggy & Zac at fairly short notice for me. On arrival you could see how relaxed they were with dogs. Both dogs were very happy to have them there so I could go away without worrying. Communication before & during their stay was excellent, letting me know how the dogs w... + More

Sarah & Andrew looked after Ziggy & Zac at fairly short notice for me. On arrival you could see how relaxed they were with dogs. Both dogs were very happy to have them there so I could go away without worrying. Communication before & during their stay was excellent, letting me know how the dogs were getting on. The house was left clean & tidy & I returned home to 2 very happy & contented dogs. I would highly recommend them for future houses sits.

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Pamela - Teignmouth, United Kingdom

15 December - 16 December 2017

I met Sarah and Andrew a couple of weeks before they were due to look after Jack and instantly felt at ease and confident that they would look after the house and Jack with the utmost care. I wasn't wrong. Communication was fantastic and I received updates by text to say all was ok and Jack seem... + More

I met Sarah and Andrew a couple of weeks before they were due to look after Jack and instantly felt at ease and confident that they would look after the house and Jack with the utmost care. I wasn't wrong. Communication was fantastic and I received updates by text to say all was ok and Jack seemed happy on my return home. That piece of mind is everything I wanted. Sarah and Andrew are welcome back either as sitters or guests anytime they choose to visit the area again. Thank you both very very much.

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Mary Ann - Exeter, United Kingdom

06 March - 10 March 2017

All things equal, Sarah arrived to our home, smiling and the dogs all moved to her instantly.We were having a difficult time with one of our springers, so we took her and left Sarah with two.Sarah adjusted to our life and understood the routine here instantly. Totally 5 star on on ratingsand th... + More

All things equal, Sarah arrived to our home, smiling and the dogs all moved to her instantly.We were having a difficult time with one of our springers, so we took her and left Sarah with two.Sarah adjusted to our life and understood the routine here instantly. Totally 5 star on on ratingsand they are twinkling,and interesting to chat to.Always welcome back!

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About Sarah & andrew & Andrew

We are a reliable and responsible couple, who love the outdoors and animals. Andrew and I have been happily married for 30 years. Andrew is an aerospace engineer and I am a psychologist specialising in chronic pain. We have 2 grown up children, Sam, a pilot and Lucy, a teacher.

Sometimes it will be only me housesitting as I have more flexibility and can write up reports anywhere in the world.

After 20 years in the NHS, I'm now self employed as an expert witness so planning to have more time to travel. We both love walking and exploring new places. We have always loved animals and would love to care for your pets and home, as our own.

We have been home owners for over 30 years and will make sure your home is left spotless and your animals taken care of in every way.

We are good communicators and will keep in touch at every step of the way. We have looked after friend's cats and......

We are a reliable and responsible couple, who love the outdoors and animals. Andrew and I have been happily married for 30 years. Andrew is an aerospace engineer and I am a psychologist specialising in chronic pain. We have 2 grown up children, Sam, a pilot and Lucy, a teacher.

Sometimes it will be only me housesitting as I have more flexibility and can write up reports anywhere in the world.

After 20 years in the NHS, I'm now self employed as an expert witness so planning to have more time to travel. We both love walking and exploring new places. We have always loved animals and would love to care for your pets and home, as our own.

We have been home owners for over 30 years and will make sure your home is left spotless and your animals taken care of in every way.

We are good communicators and will keep in touch at every step of the way. We have looked after friend's cats and dogs (some for years as their owners took numerous gaps years) and know the responsibility of looking after other people's precious pets.

Why we want to house sit

Im in my 50s and realise time is running out and I want see more of the world while I can, and that includes the lovely UK! I have to admit to working too much over the last 30 years and now realise I need to factor in some time out!

We don't have a dog at the moment due to my irregular work commitments so the next best thing would be to explore new places with the possibility of a furry friend. I love the idea of getting to know a new area, with a home from home, with the company of a furry friend.

Our experience

We have renovated a large farmhouse in Gloucestershire and know how to manage a home. We have also just completed a self build (barn conversion) in our paddock which is to be sold as part of our pension pot.

We had a beloved border collie, Ben, for many years, as well as many rescue cats over the years. We currently have Moses who is a rescue cat, who is looked after by our daughter when we are away. We also kept chickens for three years. I look after a friend's working cocker (Layla) and border terrier (Alfie) for extended holidays.

As a psychologist I realise the value of volunteering and so I work as a volunteer youth hostel manager for 1-2 weeks per year. As a result I have Health & Safety (level 2), manual handling, fire, and cleaning training. As a hostel manager, I am responsible for the care and safety of those who stay, as well as the laundry and loo cleaning. Not the most glamorous of jobs but I love helping to keep the smallest of hostels going and encouraging people to enjoy the outdoors.

I have recently trained/qualified as a walking leader with Ramblers Worldwide Holidays, so the chance to navigate and explore a new area is always enjoyed. I also do peak season School's Ski Repping, accompanying school's on their annual trip to Italy and Austria in half term.

I am DRB checked due to being a psychologist, walking leader, YHA manager and ski rep.